Your role
As a Risk Management Officer, you will contribute to maintaining and continuously improving an already solid risk framework. This includes managing and controlling risks and regulatory requirements for the fund management company as well as its Swiss funds. Integrating risk aspects into decision-making plays a crucial role, such as selecting and maintaining strong relationships with business partners. Strong project- and process-management skills are an asset.
Your responsibilities
* Maintain and continually improve the risk & control framework of J. Safra Sarasin Investmentfonds Ltd., encompassing ICS, RCSA, OpRisk, and BCM aspects.
* Control and monitor risk profiles and regulatory requirements on fund management company level and on Swiss investment funds level as a second line of defense.
* Provide inputs and prepare regular and ad-hoc risk reports (e.g., FX, liquidity-, market-, credit-, and operational risks) for the Head Risk Management & Controls and various committees and boards.
* Oversee supervision on outsourcing frameworks.
* Coordinate and other ad-hoc tasks (e.g., related to PRIIP KID production processes).
* Support or lead internal projects, process management, and/or fund product initiatives.
* Perform ad-hoc reviews and participate in risk management and fund-related initiatives.
Your profile
* A higher education degree in business administration, economics, or equivalent. CFA, FRM, or equivalent financial degrees or trainings in risk management are an advantage.
* At least three years of working experience in the field of risk management in the financial industry, preferably in asset management or investment funds.
* Strong analytical skills and mindset with the ability to work thoroughly, flexibly, and independently.
* A team player willing to take full ownership of their tasks and area of responsibility.
* Solution-oriented with a pragmatic approach and readiness to work closely with colleagues and stakeholders, internally and externally.
* Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and make clear decisions.
* Very good communication skills and fluency in English and German. French is an added benefit.